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8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour

Explore Tyrol on the Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour

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8 days

Apr-Oct

Standard Biking

Self-Guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Don't worry about meals. 7 breakfasts are included.

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Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

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Luggage transfers

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Accommodation for 8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour

This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are of a 3 and 4-star standard, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1

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Austria Trend Congress Hotel

Situated in Innsbruck’s Saggen residential area, this 4-Star hotel offers a quiet atmosphere, modern amenities, and stunning views of the nearby mountains.

Night 2

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Hotel Hirschen

This hotel is in close proximity to local attractions and features a charming interior, making for a comfortable stay in Imst.

Night 3

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Hotel Zum Hirschen in Mals

This comfortable hotel is located conveniently close to the bars and restaurants. Enjoy free wifi!

Night 4

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Villa Laurus

Modern amenities and stunning mountain views await in this charming hotel in Merano.

Night 5

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Bio-Hotel & Residence Kaufmann

Situated on the doorstep of the Castelfeder nature sanctuary, this hotel is the perfect place to stay if you are looking to get out on the trails and experience nature.

Night 6

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Hotel NH Trento in Trento

The NH Trento hotel is a brand-new hotel in the complesso Le Albere area. It sits on the Adige river, surrounded by beautiful sceneries with views of the Alps and nearby parks.

Night 7

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Hotel Gardesana

Surrounded by the stunning scenery around Lake Garda, this hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind after your cycling adventure.

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8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour Details

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Itinerary

8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival in Innsbruck

Overnight Location - Hotel in Innsbruck | Distance - None | Meals - None

After arriving in Innsbruck, you will meet up for a welcome briefing and bike fitting. For the rest of the day, we recommend visiting Innsbruck’s famous old town with its city tower and its “Golden Roof”

Day 2

Day 2: Cycle to Imst

Overnight Location - Hotel in Imst | Distance - 65 km | Meals - Breakfast

Today you will cycle the former towpath along the river Inn, which will take you around the base of the Martinswand (mountain face) and through little villages and market towns to Stams (baroque Cistercian convent). After, you will continue your tour via Haiming to Imst, the so-called “Merano of North Tyrol”.

Day 3

Day 3: Traverse the Reschenpass to Reschensee

Overnight Location - Hotel in Malles | Distance - 50 km + Bus Transfer | Meals - Breakfast

Continuing along the river Inn, today’s stage of the tour will take you past the Zams monastery to Landeck. From there, a bus will take you to Nauders, where you will gain just under 100 metres in altitude while cycling uphill to the mountain pass called the 'Reschenpass'. From the pass, you will bike downhill to Lake Reschensee and continue on minor roads to Mals or to Burgeis at the foot of the castle Marienburg.

Day 4

Day 4: View Historical Sites on the Way to Merano

Overnight Location - Hotel in Merano | Distance - 65 km | Meals - Breakfast

Your day starts with a trip to Glurns, where you can explore the completely preserved medieval city walls. Then, you will cycle via the Montani ruins, through Silandro, down to Merano. On your way, you will come across some pretty castles, the most famous is probably the ( mountaineer Reinhold Messner’s castle Juval). and you will get marvellous views of the impressive mountain massif Ortlermassiv and the mountain pass Stilfserjoch. You can almost always take this the Venosta train to travel a part of your journey.

Day 5

Day 5: Bike Past Vineyards and Orchards in South Tyrol

Overnight Location - Hotel in Auer | Distance - 55 km | Meals - Breakfast

Today’s stage will take you via Lana (Schnatterpeck Altar) and through numerous orchards and vineyards in the area of the South Tyrolean Wine Road. Here, you will make your way past many fortresses, castles, and ruins – such as Hocheppan – to reach Lake Caldaro. You will stay overnight in the cozy wine town, Auer.

Day 6

Day 6: Cycle to Trento

Overnight Location - Hotel in Trento | Distance - 45 km | Meals - Breakfast

On the sixth day of your tour, you will cycle mostly along the river Adige. At times you will pass through orchards to Salurn, where the German speaking South Tyrol ends. The famous Trentino vineyards are located next to the dam ways, which lead you to Trento. This beautiful city is home to a lovely old town, a cathedral, and Buonconsiglio castle.

Day 7

Day 7: Take in the Natural Beauty of Lake Garda

Overnight Location - Hotel in Riva | Distance - 50 km | Meals - Breakfast

Today, you will continue cycling on bike paths along the river Adige via the old Tyrolean border town of Rovereto to Mori. From there, the route leads westward to Lake Garda. In Mori you will taste the world famous pistachio ice-cream in the Gelateria Bologna. After a short climb onto Passo S. Giovanni (150 metres), you will head down to the lake to Riva.

Day 8

Day 8: Departure

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

After breakfast, catch a final glimpse of the beautiful Lake Garda before packing your things for an individual departure.

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FAQ for 8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour

How hard is the 8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour?

We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Cyclists will need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 kilometres per day, and there is one longer ascent throughout the tour.

Do I need a visa to travel to Austria?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the 8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour?

7 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Innsbruck to start this tour?

To reach the starting point of this tour you will need to fly into Innsbruck International Airport (INN).

Is the 8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour in English?

Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.

Where does the 8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour end?

The 8-Day Innsbruck to Lake Garda Cycling Tour ends along the shores of Lake Garda in the town of Riva. You can either arrange for a transfer back to Innsbruck or fly out of a nearby Italian airport, such as the Verona Airport (VRN).

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties. You can also rent an e-bike.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Austria?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Austria?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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